In Forrest's not quite noir, somewhat flat legal drama, the fifth in her Kate Delafield series (Amateur City, etc.), the seasoned LAPD detective investigates a murder in the affluent low-crime enclave of Hancock Park. Dysfunctional family values are scrutinized in the press and in a heated courtroom scrimmage, where the slip of a word or facial tic can arm a clever defense attorney. When the corpse of middle-aged matron Victoria Talbot turns up in her stately, suspiciously spick-and-span home, most of the evidence points to her unrepentant and loathsome ex-husband, entrepreneur Douglas Talbot. Kate and faithful partner Detective Joe Cameron structure the developing leads into a damning picture of guilt. The coldly competent deputy DA presents the circumstantial case against Talbot, whose harassment of his ex-wife long after the divorce speaks volumes. But a last-minute bombshell la Perry Mason adds an unexpected twist. The author's realistic rendering of courtroom hijinks and her sympathetic, ultra-professional, strong yet vulnerable protagonist help salvage a less than exciting story line. Some of the more intriguing characters get short shrift, leeching color from the whole, but loyal fans won't be disappointed. (May 4) Copyright 2004 Reed Business Information.
LAPD Detective Kate Delafield has a new, iron-willed female lieutenant-a tough new partner who may turn out to be a much-needed ally. She also has a dangerous new case.
A reclusive old man has been brutally slain at the La Brea Tar Pits. The unusual investigation could uncover the truth of humanity's ancient past, and at the same time expose the corruption and violence of the present. And everyone involved-from an alluring scientist with a dark secret to a treacherous CIA officer with his own agenda-is suspect.
With more at stake than just a pile of bones, Kate has to gather together the pieces of a timeless puzzle, and make sure they all fit-before a remorseless killer decides to make her a part of history . . .
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A reclusive old man has been brutally slain at the La Brea Tar Pits. The unusual investigation could uncover the truth of humanity's ancient past, and at the same time expose the corruption and violence of the present. And everyone involved-from an alluring scientist with a dark secret to a treacherous CIA officer with his own agenda-is suspect.
With more at stake than just a pile of bones, Kate has to gather together the pieces of a timeless puzzle, and make sure they all fit-before a remorseless killer decides to make her a part of history . . .
Hancock Park
LAPD Detective Kate Delafield has a new, iron-willed female lieutenant-a tough new partner who may turn out to be a much-needed ally. She also has a dangerous new case.
A reclusive old man has been brutally slain at the La Brea Tar Pits. The unusual investigation could uncover the truth of humanity's ancient past, and at the same time expose the corruption and violence of the present. And everyone involved-from an alluring scientist with a dark secret to a treacherous CIA officer with his own agenda-is suspect.
With more at stake than just a pile of bones, Kate has to gather together the pieces of a timeless puzzle, and make sure they all fit-before a remorseless killer decides to make her a part of history . . .
A reclusive old man has been brutally slain at the La Brea Tar Pits. The unusual investigation could uncover the truth of humanity's ancient past, and at the same time expose the corruption and violence of the present. And everyone involved-from an alluring scientist with a dark secret to a treacherous CIA officer with his own agenda-is suspect.
With more at stake than just a pile of bones, Kate has to gather together the pieces of a timeless puzzle, and make sure they all fit-before a remorseless killer decides to make her a part of history . . .
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BN ID: | 2940175761772 |
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Publisher: | Tantor Audio |
Publication date: | 06/30/2022 |
Series: | Kate Delafield Series , #8 |
Edition description: | Unabridged |
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